Ep 22. The Yellow Badge of Cowardge
- TV-PG
- May 18, 2014
- 21 min
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6.6 (1,124)
In The Simpsons season 25 episode 22, entitled "The Yellow Badge of Cowardge," the town of Springfield hosts a battle reenactment in honor of its founding father, Jebediah Springfield. However, when Bart accidentally causes a war hero's grandson to lose his medal during the reenactment, the boy's father angrily confronts Bart, labeling him a coward.
Bart becomes deeply hurt by the accusation and slowly loses his confidence as a result. Homer, realizing the impact of the incident on his son, goes on a mission to help rebuild Bart's reputation and restore his son's confidence. Meanwhile, Marge becomes obsessed with a Japanese style of decluttering and hires a consultant to help her organize her home.
The episode delves into themes of courage, confidence, and self-worth as Bart struggles to regain his confidence and overcome the label of cowardice. Meanwhile, Marge's storyline explores the idea of letting go of material possessions in pursuit of simplicity and emotional release.
As usual, the episode features a mix of humorous and heartwarming moments, with classic Simpsons characters such as Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie all making appearances. The Yellow Badge of Cowardge is a memorable episode that showcases the show's ability to tackle serious themes while still maintaining its signature sense of humor and wit.